1998 FIAT PUNTO1.2L PETROL

The 1998 Fiat Punto has a recorded mileage of 98,155 miles, making it 28 years old as of 2026. This mileage is unusually low for its age, averaging 3,506 miles per year. Such low usage could indicate periods of inactivity, which may contribute to issues like corrosion, fluid leaks, or degraded components. However, without recent MOT data beyond 2010, it is unclear how the vehicle’s condition has evolved in the past 16 years. The most recent MOT entries date to 2010, with both failed and passed results on the same day. The failed test cited a non-working registration plate lamp, a minor exhaust gas leak, a corroded coil spring, and an oil leak. The subsequent passed MOT on the same date listed the same issues, suggesting unresolved or recurring problems. These defects highlight potential risks to safety and reliability, particularly with the exhaust system and suspension components. A 2009 MOT revealed suspension-related issues, including slight play in the nearside rear radius arm and corroded or distorted suspension mountings. While these were described as “not excessive,” they indicate early signs of wear that may have worsened over time.